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Man Says He Accidentally Shot Wife Instead Of Pit Bull

ARROWHEAD (CBS) — San Bernardino County authorities are investigating a shooting as a possible accident in the death of a woman.

The Sheriff's Department received a call around 1:15 p.m. Friday after a man said he was trying to shoot a Pit Bull, but accidentally shot his wife.

When authorities arrived at 583 Sunset View Road, the woman was not breathing.

Homicide detectives are investigating.

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